Summary
A new development is planned in Vancouver, featuring a supertall skyscraper at 1,033 feet tall, known as a "forest in the sky." The skyscraper, part of a four-tower project, will include an observation deck open to the public, offering views of the city and nature. The design aims to integrate nature with urban living and draw inspiration from the local environment.
Key Facts
- The skyscraper will be 1,033 feet tall, making it a supertall building.
- The project is located at 501 and 595 West Georgia Street and 388 Abbott Street in Vancouver.
- It will include four towers, with the tallest being a hotel.
- The project features a publicly accessible observation deck called a "forest in the sky."
- The design uses a "diagrid exoskeleton" for structural strength and efficiency.
- The project's inspiration comes from British Columbia’s natural landscape and ecology.
- The design is informed by the structure of sea sponge reefs found off the BC coast.
- The development aims to celebrate Vancouver's historical, cultural, and natural backdrop.
